Job Introduction
We are seeking an enthusiastic and committed Lecturer in Foundation Studies to join our team on a permanent, part-time (0.6 FTE) basis.
This is an opportunity to make a real difference to learners who may face significant barriers, supporting them to develop their confidence, independence, skills and aspirations and progress towards positive destinations.
About the role
You will deliver high-quality, inclusive and engaging teaching, learning and assessment across Foundation Studies programmes, adapting your approach to meet individual learner needs.
- Plan and deliver flexible, differentiated programmes that support learner progress and achievement.
- Inspire and motivate learners, including those who may be disengaged or require additional support.
- Support learners to make positive choices and plan effectively for their future.
- Maintain a strong focus on learner journeys and positive destinations, including progression to further study, employment and apprenticeships.
- Develop effective schemes of work, lesson plans and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
- Use high-quality assessment and feedback to monitor and improve learner progress.
- Monitor attendance, retention and achievement and take appropriate action where required.
- Support learners through Personal Tutor responsibilities and contribute to their wider study programme and personal development.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues, parents, external agencies and progression providers.
- Contribute to curriculum development, quality improvement and team activities.
- Use appropriate digital and curriculum resources to enhance learning.
- Maintain high standards of safeguarding, health and safety and learner support.
About you
You will have experience of successful teaching within Foundation Studies or a related area, together with experience of working with young people who have significant barriers to learning.
You will also have:
- Experience of supporting learners towards positive destinations, including employment.
- Experience of differentiated target-setting and recording learner progress.
- Knowledge of the Preparing for Adulthood agenda.
- Experience of using inclusive and challenging teaching strategies.
- The ability to support and mentor disengaged young people and respond effectively to challenging needs.
- Knowledge of ILPs, identifying learner support needs and overcoming barriers to learning.
- Good communication and teamwork skills, including the ability to work effectively with parents and other professionals.
- Knowledge of safeguarding and its importance within an FE environment.
- A relevant degree or equivalent qualification.
- A full teaching qualification or professional recognition in Learning and Skills, or a willingness to work towards one.
- QTS/QTLS, or a willingness to work towards this.
NB: Interviews will take place on Monday 12th October
About Us
Bury College is a Further Education College offering a wide range of courses to both full time and part time students each year.
Dedicated to providing the communities we serve with a broad choice of learning options, Bury College offers a range of A Level courses, vocational programmes, and apprenticeships. In addition to this, we have higher level courses available at Bury College University Centre, as well as courses for adults.
We are a friendly, forward-looking college where all our staff are valued. We pride ourselves in the fact that all our staff are supported & encouraged to perform at their best. We invest significantly in staff development & have CPD Events throughout the year.
Bury College is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity, celebrating diversity, safeguarding its learners and expects all staff to share these commitments.
The benefits of working for us?
- 45 days annual leave (FTE) plus bank holidays and Christmas closure
- Occupational sick pay
- Teachers or Local Authority Pension Fund
- Flexible working
- Family Friendly Policy
- Special Leave of Absence
- Paid leave for religious festivals
- Sabbaticals
- Comprehensive induction and on-going training
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Occupational Health Service
- Onsite gym
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Onsite nursery
- Free onsite parking
- Option for first aid training and an annual allowance of £296 for first aid duties
Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2026 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates. This to enable us to identify any incidents or issues which have happened and are publicly available online which we might want to explore at interview. Once shortlisting has taken place, this search will be carried out for all candidates who will attend an interview.
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